Sometimes in all the hub-bub of Thanksgiving dinner preparations, DIY table decorations fall by the wayside as your energy is directed to prepping the bird. But while the food may be the star of the show, including even basic Thanksgiving decorations can add that extra flair that make people feel all warm and fuzzy inside. Personally, I’ve never been a super enthusiastic fan of the Thanksgiving spread, but I love the decorative side of the holiday. Cute DIY Thanksgiving centerpieces and fun place cards are what make turkey day exciting for me.

If you’re anything like me, you’re on a quest to make Thanksgiving not only a tasty experience, but a chance to show off your crafting skills. Thanksgiving centerpiece crafts are a lovely opportunity to do so. Sure, everyone will be praising your magnificent green bean casserole, but they’ll also notice the time and thought you put into making your own DIY Thanksgiving decor.

You’ll be super thankful for these fresh and fun ideas that will make this Thanksgiving stand out in everyone’s mind as the best-decorated. Aside from all the compliments you’ll receive over your contributions to the Thanksgiving feast, people are bound to notice your fabulous Thanksgiving craft creations as well.

Forget Christmas – Thanksgiving is the most wonderful time of the year. The yummy food and the spirit of togetherness just can’t be beat. Thanksgiving kicks off the holiday season and gets everyone excited for the winter months. Oh, and the food is amazing – did I already mention that?

For a super special Thanksgiving, you can’t go wrong with some DIY decorations. Luckily, there are so many fun and creative ways to dress up walls, table and front door. For these projects, you can use warm fall colors and rustic touches to really set the mood. You don’t need to create a traditional cornucopia or make some hand-print turkeys (although you can if you want to); instead, take a more understated approach and beautify your space. These FaveCrafts favorites will help you set the mood for Thanksgiving and get your creative juices flowing. Say thanks for your craft supplies and then gather them up – it’s time to get to work.

Thanksgiving Decorating Ideas

Greet your guests with an amazing DIY design. Wreaths are a great option, especially if you’re new to the world of crafting. You can add small touches and fun embellishments to personalize your own wreath and make it extra special. You can also hang a banner or display a framed piece of wall art. Still have old pumpkins leftover from Halloween? Keep those knives tucked away and grab some paint brushes – you can easily decorate the outside of a pumpkin and display it inside or on your front porch.

Thanksgiving Table Ideas

When people sit down for a yummy Thanksgiving meal, they usually have one thing in mind – food. A well-dressed table covered in handmade designs will help bring the focus back on family and togetherness. Instead of diving into the turkey and stuffing, guests will take a moment to admire the beautiful trays, centerpieces and napkin rings. While it’s a good idea to ban cell phones from the table, but in this case, you might want to have a camera on-hand to capture the pretty display (just make sure they turn the ringer off during the meal).

The warm smell of roasted sweet corn, carefully pouring through Black Friday ads, and eating that first (and second) slice of pecan pie are the things that make me look forward to Thanksgiving. But about 2 weeks before my family arrives for turkey day, I always get overwhelmed with a holiday dread when I think about my daunting Thanksgiving to-do list.

If you host Thanksgiving like I do, you get the same November nervousness that happens when you have to plan for cleaning every inch of the house, searching for the “good” plates, pre-ordering the turkey, and relocating every breakable object in a place where grabby toddlers can’t reach. It’s a miracle you even have time to think about making your home look festive. To confess, last year I was so crunched for time that I decorated the dinner table with some DIY pumpkin crafts that I had made for Halloween.

To make our readers’ Thanksgiving preparation as stress-free as possible, FaveCrafts has compiled a list of our most popular projects for DIY Thanksgiving decorative crafts. Whether you need help finding fast and easy holiday crafts, entertaining young guests, or are looking for recycled decor crafts, you’ll find all the decoration ideas that you need to make your Thanksgiving run smoothly.

Thanksgiving Home Decor Crafts

An important tip to remember while decorating for the holidays is that some of very best decor can be made with common household objects. For example, use recycled soda bottles to make this heartwarming Give Thanks Mantlepiece (shown) featured in Link Love: Get Ready for Thanksgiving. If you love natural-looking decor, consider using an autumn-inspired color palette while creating homemade Thanksgiving crafts. Check out tons of harvest season home decor ideas featuring burnt oranges and light yellows in New Pattern Monday: Thanksgiving Decor. While adding festive accents to your mantlepiece and door will make your house look extra welcoming, don’t forget to add finishing touches to places like your kitchen and bathroom by making a Decorative Fall Towel.

Thanksgiving Table Decor and Centerpieces

We haven’t even talked about the most important place to decorate for Thanksgiving — the dinner table! Not to worry crafters, just check out Simple Thanksgiving Crafts: Table Decor, Turkey Crafts, & More for some of our neatest centerpiece ideas. If you have kids coming Thanksgiving dinner, a silly turkey sewing projects like this Turkey Centerpiece (shown) is sure to make them giggle.

If you’re in doubt that you’ll finish cleaning before you can craft, just check out these 14 Ideas for Thanksgiving Tables for a unique variety of super fast, budget-friendly ideas for decorating your Thanksgiving Table. No one will ever know you added these to your table at the last minute!

Your entire family is bound to feel more grateful and get more into the Thanksgiving spirit if your home is filled with the spirit too. There is no better or more enjoyable way for you to make your home scream, “Thanksgiving is here” than a Turkey Day crafting bonanza. From the decorative pumpkins to the placemats, aprons, and gourds, you can craft absolutely everything you’ll need to get your home ready for Thanksgiving.

Holiday Crafts for the Home

Although the main event of Thanksgiving is, of course, food (in addition to giving thanks), your family and guests will be all the more inclined to show their gratitude if your entire house gets them in the mood. These crafts for the home will encourage everyone to feel grateful from the moment they enter your house.

Crafts for Your Thanksgiving Table

Spice up the table you’ll sit around with these Turkey-Day themed crafts. Whether you’re designing an elegant Thanksgiving table, a festive Thanksgiving table, or somewhere in between, these crafts are just what you need to inspire everyone at your dinner table to show thanks.

Turkey Crafts for Turkey Day

Turkey Day naturally requires turkey crafts. The projects below will show you the numerous ways to fill your home with turkeys — both edible and non — and many are also great ways to get your kids crafting too. You can use these turkeys to decorate your table and the interior of your house.

Crafts to Show Thanks

If you’ll be someone’s guest on Thanksgiving Day, make sure you properly show thanks for the invitation. These crafts are just what you need to make your gratitude known on the day of thanks. You’ll feel good about giving your host these homemade Thanksgiving crafts, and you’ll also have a blast creating them.

Thanksgiving day can be daunting. There is food to prepare, people to greet, and decorations to make. When you start working on your table decor, why not try something new? Step out of the box this year and leave those typical turkey decorations behind. This year, AllFreeHolidayCrafts will help you save your guests from the same old, tired turkey decor. With leafy table runners, creative place cards, and decorative napkins each place setting will be a work of art. You can also create things like these Give Thanks Jars with recycled jars, or everyone’s favorite: mason jars. They make a great table centerpiece and will complement the rest of your table decor.

Table Runner Patterns

These table runners will make you wish that you had these decorating ideas last year. I can already hear the “oohs” and “aahs” as everyone gathers around your dining room table. These Thanksgiving table runners are a great alternative to your regular table decor because they bring a fall feel. Your home will be warmed by these fun leaf patterns. The “Faux Leather Leaves” table runner is a personal favorite of mine because of the textured look it brings to the table. For more table runner tips check out the Simple Fall Leaf Table Runner and Thanksgiving Word Art Table Runner.

DIY Napkins and Napkin Rings

No table is complete without napkins, and no napkin is complete without a napkin ring. For this Thanksgiving, dress up your usual napkins with these fall crafts. The Burst of Autumn Napkin Rings are a pretty accent to your already decked-out table. I promise that the preserved leaves on these napkin rings will outshine any turkey-themed table decor. Continue decorating with what looks like a designer napkin, the Fall Dinner Napkins and the Decorative Napkin Rings will accent theme perfectly.

Thanksgiving Place Cards

Your table is nearly complete with all of these fall decorations. Now you are merely missing place cards or tags. You can forget the typical holiday decor with these contemporary Pine Cone Flowers. The Pine Cone Flowers serve as a great stand for your place cards. Place them in the center of each person’s plate for a cute fall accent. If you prefer the more traditional, these Custom Chalkboard Place Tags are a great, but still unique, option. The kids will love making these chalkboard tags with you. The fun doesn’t end here. You can also combine your place card with a gift bag. The Thanksgiving Place Card and Favor Bags are an affordable option. I know my guests love this little something extra on the table.

Time’s winding down to Thanksgiving, and we can just imagine how stressful this time of year has been for all of you quilters! It can be hard to find time to work on decorative patterns and plan your big meal at the same time. The editors at FaveQuilts can help take some of that stress away with some of our favorite quilted table runner patterns, table toppers, and other quilted decorations that you’ll be able to complete in no time. We’ve also found some popular slow cooker recipes from our friends at AllFreeSlowCookerRecipes that you can start on while you work.

Table Decorations with Thanksgiving Themes

It’s the reason for the season, so if you don’t want to skimp on the holiday aspect of your home decor, use some classic seasonal colors to complement your fabric, like in the Quick Patchwork Thanksgiving Table Runner, or include a popular holiday image that will look even more impressive when quilted.

Fall Inspired Quilt Patterns

Thanksgiving’s only one day of the year, and if you’re trying to save fabric, you may find yourself in a bit of a predicament. Thankfully, there are patterns like the Simple Autumn Table Runner that are appropriate for special occasions, as well as everyday decor that you can have in your home for the rest of the fall season.

More Quilted Table Runner Patterns and Table Toppers

Just because this is a special holiday doesn’t mean you can’t still bring your designer style to the table. You don’t necessarily need to incorporate fall colors into your Thanksgiving table decor to make it special; Just look at how amazing and classy the Modern Dresden Quilt Table Runner looks. A timeless look or a modern sensation can just as easily complement your delicious meal.

BONUS! Thanksgiving Slow Cooker Recipes

There’s no better way to cook for a quilter than with a slow cooker. You can prepare a meal in the morning, let it sit during the day while you’re quilting, and have a delicious meal and some great progress completed on your latest pattern by nightfall. Finally get the rest and relaxation you deserve this holiday season instead of standing over a stove all day with the help of our friends at AllFreeSlowCookerRecipes.

Does this Easy Pumpkin Soup look delicious or what? If you like that, make sure you take a look at all of the Thanksgiving-themed recipes our sister site has to offer:

Are you having Thanksgiving dinner this year? Plan the perfect holiday party this November with our latest free eBook! When you grab your free copy of our latest holiday eBook, 8 Thanksgiving Crafts for the Home you’ll find a collection of kids’ crafts, decorating ideas, and turkey crafts perfect for the holiday. From Thanksgiving party décor to fun and easy crafts for kids, this go-to holiday guide will show you how to plan the perfect bash without breaking your budget! Learn how to make turkey crafts that are so simple and fun, the kids will be sure to love them. No matter what type of activity you’re sharing with your family, these fun Thanksgiving crafts will be an instant hit. You can add a rustic feel to your party with the nature-inspired decorating ideas included in 8 Thanksgiving Crafts for the Home. No matter what you need for your Thanksgiving party, this eBook will have you covered!

From table decorations to turkeys, these handmade Thanksgiving crafts will have your house looking seriously spectacular. With the help of our free, printable Halloween eBook, you’ll be able to start on your Thanksgiving home décor without the stress of searching for ideas. Free up some of your spare time to start making Thanksgiving décor, it’s a sure fire way to make your house the warmest one on the block. Ensure that your family feels warm and cozy this year and download your copy of 8 Thanksgiving Crafts for the Home. Decorate your table, door, and entertain the kids with one handy craft guide for the holiday!

Grab your favorite ideas out of our free eBook, 8 Thanksgiving Crafts for the Home and get started on some of these holiday treats. These delightful and decorative ideas will set the mood of your holiday home. Whether you are searching for fun activities and crafts for the kids, handmade table decorations, or turkey crafts, the cute selection of Thanksgiving crafts included in this eBook will have something to complete your holiday. Plan the perfect Thanksgiving dinner yet with some of the cutest, and most clever, Thanksgiving crafts ideas that you can find. We’re sure you won’t regret making any one of these fun tutorials.

Looking for a unique way to celebrate Thanksgiving that doesn’t involve basting the turkey or prepping the cranberry sauce? AllFreeSewing pulled some of our famous kid-friendly projects and paired them with edible counterparts to deliver an awesome side dish to the big meal. Perfect for a November birthday, fall festivity, or as an activity for the children while the adults are preparing the meal, these projects will surely inspire imaginations everywhere come November 28th.

Pumpkin Patterns and Goodies

What better way to celebrate the harvest season than by incorporating one of its icons into your kids’ festivities? After Halloween, you’re probably not ready to carve yet another squash. Skip the hassle and keep your room clean by creating an easy Yo Yo Pumpkin with your little ones. A simple sewing project, this craft teaches you how to make a sewing notion and delivers a finished product children will be proud to show off. Best of all, these Thanksgiving goodies can double as table decorations for both the kid and adults’ tables during the big meal. Once the kids are done sewing their yo yos, reward them with these Chocolate Caramel Pumpkins. The shape alone of these adorable mini squashes is the perfect complement to their fabric equivalent.

Turkey Time!

Although the real turkey is the main attraction during thanksgiving, let the kids feel like they, too, prepared the big bird. We’re wild about the Handprint Turkey Softie that any supervised child can complete. Use fabrics that coincide with your table decor and sneak these plushies along your buffet for added, extra elegance. Once your group of rowdy pilgrims has finished their DIY turkeys, make some quick, stress-free treats as a sweet reward. We’re loving these Cute Chocolate Rice Cereal Turkeys as a mid-afternoon snack!

DIY Cornucopias

Take this opportunity to discuss the symbolism of the cornucopia with your kids. While it sounds like a large task at hand, it’s not difficult to mock up your own DIY horn of plenty. We are head over heels over this Thanksgiving Stuffing template from Spoonful. Get the templates here to create these fabric cornucopias. Afterwards make some magic in the kitchen with these Pumpkin Puff Pastry Cornucopias!

How to Make Corn for Kids

See if your kids will be able to tell the difference between these sewn corn husks and the edible ones. Thanksgiving Harvest Table Toppers are perfectly festive, as well as an easy project for your little ones to make. Afterwards create these A’maize’ing Candy Corn Favors for children to take home after the party.

Looks like you’ll have everything on the menu, though a little less traditionally, with these Thanksgiving crafts. If you want more DIY decorations, be sure to check out the free eBook, Give Thanks: 10 Sewing Ideas for Thanksgiving!

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November’s national holiday is just around the corner – are you ready? Learn how to make every type of Thanksgiving craft from AllFreeSewing’s 101 Free Thanksgiving Sewing Projects: Complete Holiday Guide. From sewn table-toppers to adorable plushies to festive wearables, you’ll find that all of your bases are covered when you explore these hundred Thanksgiving projects.

Whether you want to create something memorable with the kids or fly solo when making Thanksgiving decorations, you’re sure to find the right project (or projects) for you in this massive collection. In as little as a month, hungry guests will be piling into your home to celebrate all that they’re grateful for. When that doorbell rings you’ll surely be grateful for checking out this complete guide to DIY Thanksgiving crafts.

Thanksgiving Table Toppers

Undoubtedly, the turkey is the center of attention when it comes to the table. However, the side-dishes work wonders too when it comes to satisfying your guests. Enhance your table top this year with prize-winning placemats and decorative additions. Extra touches like sewn placemats and napkin rings are not only eye-pleasing, they offer conversation pieces for family members throughout the meal. Dive into these classic designs from both the 30 Thanksgiving Sewing Projects for the Family and 18 DIY Thanksgiving Table Decorations & Thanksgiving Side Dishes.

DIY Home Décor for the Fall

Guests see more than just the dining room table on Thanksgiving. Spread the holiday cheer around your entire household by crafting Thanksgiving pieces that the whole family will love. Infuse a harvest feel into your home by sewing pumpkins and leaves out of gorgeous prints. In 101 Free Thanksgiving Sewing Projects, find a collection of Thanksgiving projects that also provides tutorials on autumnal leaves that can be hung inside your home or outdoors as an initial welcome for family.

Wonderful Wearables for Turkey Day

For the kids (or yourself) what better way to promote Turkey Day than by wearing it proudly for everyone to see? In collections such as 12 Sewing Ideas for Thanksgiving and Fall, you’ll find appliqued tees that kids will adore wearing. Re-size these patterns to fit you and other adults for the Thanksgiving parade, football game, or local Turkey Trot.

The warm smell of roasted sweet corn, carefully pouring through Black Friday ads, and eating that first (and second) slice of pecan pie are the things that make me look forward to Thanksgiving. However, about 2 weeks before my family arrives for Turkey Day, I always get overwhelmed with a holiday dread when I think about my daunting Thanksgiving to-do list.

If you host Thanksgiving like I do, you get the same November nervousness that happens when you have to plan for cleaning every inch of the house, searching for the “good” plates, pre-ordering the turkey, and relocating every breakable object in a place where grabby toddlers can’t reach. It’s a miracle you even have time to think about making your home look festive. To confess, last year I was so crunched for time that I decorated the dinner table with some DIY pumpkin crafts that I had made for Halloween.

To make our readers’ Thanksgiving preparation as stress-free as possible, FaveCrafts has compiled a list of our most popular projects for DIY Thanksgiving decorative crafts. Whether you need help finding fast and easy holiday crafts, entertaining young guests, or are looking for recycled decor crafts you’ll find all the decoration ideas that you need to make your Thanksgiving run smoothly.

Thanksgiving Home Decor Crafts

An important tip to remember while decorating for the holidays is that some of very best decor can be made with common household objects. For example, use recycled soda bottles to make this heartwarming Give Thanks Mantlepiece (shown) featured in Link Love: Get Ready for Thanksgiving. If you love natural-looking decor, consider using an autumn-inspired color palette while creating homemade Thanksgiving crafts. Check out tons of harvest season home decor ideas featuring burnt oranges and light yellows in New Pattern Monday: Thanksgiving Decor. While adding festive accents to your mantlepiece and door will make your house look extra welcoming, don’t forget to add finishing touches to places like your kitchen and bathroom by making a Decorative Fall Towel.

Thanksgiving Table Decor and Centerpieces

We haven’t even talked about the most important place to decorate for Thanksgiving — the dinner table! Not to worry crafters, just check out Simple Thanksgiving Crafts: Table Decor, Turkey Crafts, & More for some of our neatest centerpiece ideas. If you have kids coming to Thanksgiving dinner, a silly turkey sewing project like this Turkey Centerpiece (shown) is sure to make them giggle.

If you’re in doubt that you’ll finish cleaning before you can craft, just check out these 14 Ideas for Thanksgiving Tables for a unique variety of super fast, budget-friendly ideas for decorating your Thanksgiving Table. No one will ever know you added these to your table at the last minute!

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